As the adage goes, “Make hay while the sun shines.” With the strong partnership between TxDOT and its contractors, the infusion of new revenue streams from Props 1 and 7, and the coordinated efforts of the best highway contractors in the world, the sun is certainly shining in Texas.

This January, the 86th Texas Legislature convened at the State Capitol. As in all legislative sessions, transportation is an issue for the lawmaking body of the state. Issues regarding tolling, the Texas Emission Reduction Program, the energy sector and...

Angela Berry Roberson (Ferrovial/Webber) was presented the Contractor Champion Award by the Texas Department of Transportation, in appreciation for her advocacy on behalf of diversity in the highway industry.

The first quarterly TxDOT/AGC Joint Committee meeting on February 11 drew a crowd that packed the Chapter boardroom. TxDOT Administration and contractor members reviewed the construction and maintenance programs for the state. Contractor members thanked the department for their work in these lettings.